Plimmerton Travel Guide
Porirua

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Popular places to visit
Plimmerton Dog Park
Plimmerton Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Porirua, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the beaches and seaside in the area.
The Cricket Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in The Cricket Museum during your trip to Porirua. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its cafes.
Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture in Porirua. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Things to do

Kombucha Rum and Craft Beer Private Tour

Wellington: Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa

Wellington: Return Cable Car Ticket

Wellington's Original HD LOTR Experience - includes Weta Tour

Seal Coast Safari - Exclusive access to Wellington's secret coast

Half Day Lord of the Rings Tour
Top hotels in Plimmerton

Moana Lodge - Guest House
"All excellent. Amazing views too."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

James Cook Hotel Grand Chancellor
"Room was very clean, bed comfortable, nice bathroom with long large shower. Room had a nice view. Staff were very warm, kind and helpful. Parking on site. Buffet breakfast was good with a selection of hot and cold, sweet and savoury. Easy access to town through lift exiting onto Lambton quay."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Rydges Wellington Airport
"Clean and modern. Friendly staff"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026

Rydges Wellington
"Loved it there, staff brilliant and nothing was to much. So, so nice and considerate."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026

Gilmer Apartment Hotel
"Clean warm and comfortable"
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026

Oaks Wellington Hotel
"w"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Plimmerton
Titahi Bay
While there might not be top attractions in Titahi Bay, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and South Beach.
Whitby
While Whitby may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Plimmerton Beach and South Beach.
Porirua City Centre
Though Porirua City Centre may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Plimmerton Beach.
Pukerua Bay
Travellers like the beaches in Pukerua Bay, and Brendan Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Paremata
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Paremata and surrounding area, you can visit Plimmerton Beach and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture.
